Stephane Gaubert
About Stephane Gaubert
Dr. Stephane Gaubert is a Senior Research Scientist at INRIA and an Associate Professor at Ecole Polytechnique, specializing in algorithmic approaches for control, optimization, and game theory using tropical algebras.
Work at Inria
Stephane Gaubert has served as Directeur de Recherche (Senior Research Scientist) at INRIA since 2002. His tenure spans 22 years, primarily at INRIA Saclay Ile-de-France. In this role, he has focused on developing algorithmic approaches in control, optimization, and game theory, particularly utilizing tropical algebras. His research contributions include performance evaluation of timed discrete event systems and applications in population dynamics within biological modeling.
Education and Expertise
Stephane Gaubert holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mathematics and Automatic Control, which he earned from MINES ParisTech between 1989 and 1992. He also obtained an Engineer’s Degree in Applied Mathematics from École Polytechnique, completing his studies from 1985 to 1988. His educational background underpins his expertise in combinatorial linear algebra and theoretical interests in monotone and non-expansive dynamical systems, specifically in non-linear Perron-Frobenius theory.
Current Role at Ecole Polytechnique
In addition to his position at INRIA, Stephane Gaubert has been a Professeur associé d'exercice incomplet at Ecole Polytechnique since 2001. He has been involved in the Department of Applied Mathematics for 23 years, contributing to the academic environment through teaching and research in applied mathematics and optimization.
Research Contributions
Stephane Gaubert has made significant contributions to various research areas, including web ranking and optimal traffic measurement in networks. His work extends to program and systems verification, as well as general optimization projects, showcasing his diverse interests and expertise in mathematical applications.